In Mexico, Christmas is one big non-stop party

Mexico does festivities better than anyone and Christmas is no different.

It’s a country of many colours and flavours. But Mexico’s long, proud Catholic tradition makes Christmas an important time of year for its people.

The celebrations start nine days out, with Las Posadas – a series of candlelit processions and parties. They often begin with a children’s reenactment of Joseph and Mary’s journey to Bethlehem, and always end with a delicious feast. On that note, here are some Mexican Xmas Ideas to get the creative juices flowing (maybe ‘drooling’ is more accurate).

The best Christmas dishes are made for sharing. This big dish of Shredded Chicken, Tomato & Capsicum Enchiladas leaves the stuffy old roast chook for dead.

If you’ve got the barbecue going (and why wouldn’t you?), you’ll love these Hot ‘n Spicy Prawn Soft Tacos with Cabbage, Radish & Coriander Salad. A couple of minutes on either side and you’ll have perfectly crispy prawns.

With nine days of Mexican Christmas to make the most of, you don’t have to wait to throw your big feast. But there’s one thing no Mexican celebration can do without.

A paper maché piñata filled with tasty sweets. Whether your guests are kids – or adult-sized kids – a piñata is a guaranteed hit.
Just be sure to tie it up it away from the fancy Christmas decorations.